Explore Walpole Wilderness: Eco Cruises, Hikes, Bikes & Packrafts

WOW Wilderness — Walpole, Western Australia

Discover guided eco-cruises, packrafting, mountain biking and hiking in Walpole. WOW Wilderness operates experiential tours that showcase the iconic tingle forests, the Frankland River and the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park.

Why choose WOW Wilderness in Walpole

• Local natural interpretation: EcoCruises are led by eco-interpreters who explain ecology, history and local wildlife.
• Diverse trip types: Options range from a 2.5-hour eco-cruise to a two-day wilderness weekender.
• Water and land combination: Hike & Paddle and Pedal & Paddle pair walking or mountain biking with packrafting on the Frankland River.

Signature trips

WOW Wilderness EcoCruises

• 2.5-hour guided eco-cruise through the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park.
• Includes a guided walk to a secluded beach and a locally served Tingle Cake.

Walpole Wilderness Weekender

• Two-day itinerary combining mountain biking, packrafting, camping and hiking.
• Designed for an immersive experience in the Walpole Wilderness.

Hike & Paddle Adventure

• 7.5 km hike among tingle trees followed by a 3 km packraft on the Frankland River.
• Guided by Emma, includes local snacks and nature interpretation.

Pedal & Paddle Adventure

• Full-day trip featuring a 13 km mountain bike ride through tingle forest and a 2.5 km packraft on the Frankland River.
• Includes snacks and time for reflection by the river.

What to expect on a WOW Wilderness trip

• Well-planned routes through ancient tingle forest and along waterways.
• Packrafting on the Frankland River for calm, scenic paddling.
• Interpretive commentary focused on local ecology and landscape.
• Options suitable for half-day, full-day and two-day experiences.

Practical information for visitors

• Location: Walpole, Western Australia, with trips operating in nearby protected areas including the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park and Frankland River corridors.
• Trip durations: From 2.5 hours (EcoCruise) to two days (Wilderness Weekender).
• Activities: Eco-cruise, guided walk, mountain biking, hiking, packrafting and camping.

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Booking and planning tips

• Review trip details to match fitness and timing preferences.
• Pack appropriate clothing for forest and river conditions.
• Expect interpretation about local flora, fauna and landscape history on guided departures.

Experience the distinctive landscapes of Walpole with focused, guided adventures that combine land and water, and bring visitors close to the region’s signature tingle forests and calm river paddling.